Zusendung

/ˈt͡suːzɛndʊŋ/
sending

Die Zusendung der Unterlagen erfolgt per E-Mail.

The documents will be sent by email.


Business
formal

the act of sending something to someone, especially documents or goods

Für die Zusendung der Rechnung bitten wir um Geduld.

Please bear with us while we send the invoice.

Die Zusendung der Ware dauert in der Regel 3-5 Werktage.

The shipment of the goods usually takes 3-5 business days.

Often used in business or official contexts, particularly when referring to the delivery of documents, goods, or information.

Collocations

Zusendung der Unterlagensending of the documentskostenlose Zusendungfree deliveryZusendung per Postpostal delivery

Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal

Use 'Zusendung' in formal emails or official documents (e.g., 'Die Zusendung der Rechnung erfolgt in Kürze'). For casual contexts, prefer 'Lieferung' or 'Zustellung'.

Gold Rule

Business Communication

When confirming an order or request, use 'Zusendung' to emphasize the action of sending (e.g., 'Ihre Bestellung wird in Kürze zugesendet').

Word Origin

Compound noun formed from 'zu' (to) + 'Sendung' (sending, delivery), derived from the verb 'senden' (to send). First attested in the 19th century.

Usage Notes

Primarily used in formal or business contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversation; 'Lieferung' or 'Zustellung' are more common in everyday speech.

Word Breakdown

zu
to
prefix
+
Sendung
sending
root
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